Wintermote No. 1
Key Takeaway
Wintermote No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Wyoming. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 26.6% in WY) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 417 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | WY00281 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WINTERMOTE NO. 1
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wintermote No. 1?
Wintermote No. 1 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wintermote No. 1?
Wintermote No. 1 is owned by WINTERMOTE NO. 1 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wintermote No. 1 built?
Wintermote No. 1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Wintermote No. 1?
Wintermote No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wintermote No. 1?
Wintermote No. 1 has a dam height of 21 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Wintermote No. 1 last inspected?
Wintermote No. 1 was last inspected on June 24, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.